Common Conditions

What is the Curve? The Emotional Impact of Peyronie’s Disease

Communication with the Doctor

Talking to a doctor about a curved penis can make a man feel awkward, especially if he doesn’t know much about Peyronie’s disease. It helps to remember that doctors are there to help and that they see a whole range of medical problems – sexual and otherwise – every day. Sexual health is important to overall health, so starting that first conversation with the doctor is a first step in getting one’s sex life back on track.

Not all doctors are trained to handle Peyronie’s disease, however. Men who feel that their doctor isn’t helping can always try another doctor or ask to be referred to a specialist in sexual medicine.

Some men bring their partners to their doctor’s appointments. Partners sometimes think of other questions or other issues that need attention.